Navigating Julian Assange's 14-year legal saga: Key moments (in video description)

Today's court decision marks a pivotal moment in Julian Assange's protracted legal saga, which began with the explosive revelations of WikiLeaks in 2010. Amid global scrutiny and controversy, Assange has faced extradition requests, legal battles, and allegations of espionage.

▪️2010: WikiLeaks publishes classified US military documents and diplomatic cables, related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. These disclosures reveal US military abuses and diplomatic secrets, sparking global attention and controversy.

▪️November 2010: Swedish authorities issue an arrest warrant for Assange on sexual assault allegations.

▪️February 2011: UK court approves Assange's extradition to Sweden, triggering fears of later extradition to US.

▪️June 2012: Assange seeks asylum in Ecuador's Embassy in London to avoid extradition.

▪️May 2017: Swedish prosecutors drop the investigation into the sexual assault allegations, citing difficulties in proceeding while Assange remains in the embassy.

▪️April 2019: Ecuador's new government revokes asylum, leading to Assange's arrest and US extradition request.

▪️May 2019: US charges Assange under the Espionage Act, igniting a legal battle.

▪️November 2020: Sweden drops rape investigation due to insufficient evidence.

▪️January 2021: UK court blocks Assange's extradition, citing mental health concerns.

▪️June 2022: UK approves Assange's extradition, setting stage for legal challenges.

▪️February 2024: High Court hears Assange's appeal amid health concerns.

▪️March 2024: High Court decision grants Assange the right to challenge his extradition, further extending his legal battle.